Printed synthetic warp knit imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported printed synthetic warp knit worth $2.9 million (893 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 16% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.9M | 893 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 847 t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 597 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 438 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 454 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 436 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 421 t |
Where South Africa imports printed synthetic warp knit from
China alone supplied 90% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 90% |
| India | $81K | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $72K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $69K | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $37K | 1.3% |
| Slovakia | $19K | 0.6% |
| Brazil | $2K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $2K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.25 per kg, close to the world average of $4.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa printed synthetic warp knit imports (HS 6005.39): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6005.39: Fabrics: warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed synthetic warp knit imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported printed synthetic warp knit worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 893 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 161 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed synthetic warp knit to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by India (3%) and Belgium (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 187% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed synthetic warp knit per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.25 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed synthetic warp knit to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 60%. The peak was 2022 at $3.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed synthetic warp knit?
The HS code for printed synthetic warp knit is subheading 6005.39. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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